Another Milestone Achieved: Run Linux Apps on a ChromebookLinux apps now can run in a Chromebook's Chrome OS environment. However, the process can be tricky, and it depends on your hardware's design and Google's whims. It is somewhat similar to running Android apps on your Chromebook, but the Linux connection is far less forgiving. If it works in your Chromebook's flavor, though, the computer becomes much more useful with more flexible options.
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Another Milestone Achieved: Run Linux Apps on a Chromebook
